Electricity rates in Butler, IN
Butler (2,701 people, DeKalb County) is served by Indiana Michigan Power Co.. Homes on Indiana Michigan Power Co. pay about 17.02¢/kWh, 0% more than the Indiana average.
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Electric companies serving Butler
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana Michigan Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 17.02¢ | $145 | 425K | 283 |
Power outages in DeKalb County right now
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Outage history in DeKalb County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 42 | 87 |
| Days with outages | 17 | 17 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,793 (5.9%) | 1,896 (6.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-13 | 2025-10-28 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (42 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Hamilton 23.5¢
- Waterloo 23.5¢
- Auburn 23.5¢
- Garrett 23.5¢
- Angola 23.5¢
- Grabill 17.0¢
- Harlan 17.0¢
- Leo-Cedarville 17.0¢
- Avilla 23.5¢
- Kendallville 23.5¢
ZIP codes: 46721
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Butler?
Most homes in Butler get power from Indiana Michigan Power Co., where residential customers pay an average of 17.02¢/kWh including all charges. The Indiana average is 16.94¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Butler?
About $145 a month, based on 853 kWh a month (the average for Indiana Michigan Power Co. customers) at 17.02¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Butler, IN?
Indiana Michigan Power Co. serves Butler.
How often does the power go out in Butler?
In 2025, customers in DeKalb County averaged 87 min without power. Outages hit 17 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-10-28, when 1,896 customers (6.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.